PEHR 185: Recreation Risk Management

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Class Program

Exercise Science

Credits

Clinical Hours None

Weekly Contact Hours

Course ID

091885

Meets Degree Requirements For

Restricted Elective

Description

Utilizes a proactive approach to managing risks associated with conducting physical education, recreation and outdoor education programs. Physical, emotional and legal risk factors will be explored in depth as students create risk management plans.

Grading Basis

Graded

Course Learning Outcomes

Define risk and risk management

Describe the legal concepts such as liability, torts and negligence.

Understand risks inherent in physical education, recreation and outdoor education settings.

Describe the methods for identifying and assessing risks in facilities and programs.

Utilize structured approaches and frameworks for designing a risk management plan.

Core Topics

Inherent risk factors in physical education and outdoor recreation
Concepts and perceptions of risk
Risk management and the law
Risk management planning